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Rush Creek Lodge and Spa at Yosemite

4.0 star property
Family-friendly hotel with 2 hot tubs and a full-service spa

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Rush Creek Lodge at Yosemite offers a warm retreat near the Big Oak Flat Entrance, where you can unwind by the poolside bar or enjoy an outdoor adventure like ecotours and mountain biking. Guests rave about the family-friendly amenities, helpful staff, and location. Explore more with bike rentals, practice your shot on the billiards/pool table or relax in Rush Creek Spa.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available

Room options

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2 bedrooms, hypo-allergenic bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Room (Lodge King)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(43 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Hypo-allergenic bedding
2 bedrooms
Pillowtop bed
Ceiling fan
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Sofa Bed and 1 King Bed

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2 bedrooms, hypo-allergenic bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Room, Mobility Accessible (Lodge King)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Hypo-allergenic bedding
2 bedrooms
Pillowtop bed
Ceiling fan
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Sofa Bed and 1 King Bed

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2 bedrooms, hypo-allergenic bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Hypo-allergenic bedding
2 bedrooms
Pillowtop bed
Ceiling fan
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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2 bedrooms, hypo-allergenic bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Mobility Accessible

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Hypo-allergenic bedding
2 bedrooms
Pillowtop bed
Ceiling fan
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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2 bedrooms, hypo-allergenic bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Suite (Lodge)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillowtop bed
Ceiling fan
2 bedrooms
  • 49 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Sofa Bed and 1 King Bed

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2 bedrooms, hypo-allergenic bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Suite, Mobility Accessible

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Sofa bed - queen
Pillowtop bed
Ceiling fan
  • 49 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Sofa Bed and 1 King Bed

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2 bedrooms, hypo-allergenic bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Villa, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Sofa bed - queen
Pillowtop bed
Ceiling fan
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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2 bedrooms, hypo-allergenic bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Villa, 2 Bedrooms (Double King)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(15 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillowtop bed
Ceiling fan
2 bedrooms
  • 58 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Double Sofa Bed and 2 King Beds

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2 bedrooms, hypo-allergenic bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Twin Room, 2 Bedrooms

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(13 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Sofa bed - queen
Pillowtop bed
Ceiling fan
  • 58 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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2 bedrooms, hypo-allergenic bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Twin Room, 2 Bedrooms, Mobility Accessible

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Sofa bed - queen
Pillowtop bed
Ceiling fan
  • 58 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Twin Beds, 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
34001 Highway 120, 23 miles east of Groveland, Groveland, CA, 95321

What's nearby

  • Yosemite Big Oak Flat Entrance - 3 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Big Oak Flat Information Center - 3 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Hetch Hetchy Reservoir - 25 min drive - 17.3 miles
  • Yosemite Valley - 27 min drive - 18.8 miles
  • Yosemite Arch Rock Gate Entrance - 35 min drive - 24.8 miles

Getting around

  • Mariposa, CA (RMY-Mariposa-Yosemite) - 76 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Evergreen Lodge Restaurant - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Rush Creek Tavern - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Rush Creek Lodge Dining Room - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Taco Truck Bbq @ Rush Creek Lodge - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Rush Creek Game Room & Lounge - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Rush Creek Lodge and Spa at Yosemite

Upscale family-friendly hotel near Yosemite Big Oak Flat Entrance
At Rush Creek Lodge and Spa at Yosemite, you can look forward to a poolside bar, a grocery/convenience store, and a terrace. Active travelers can enjoy amenities like cycling and ecotours at this hotel. Treat yourself to a massage, a body treatment, or a facial at Rush Creek Spa, the onsite spa. The on-site local cuisine restaurant, Rush Creek Restaurant, offers breakfast, dinner, and kids' meals. In addition to a coffee shop/cafe and a garden, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • An outdoor pool along with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self parking
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), bike rentals, and an electric car charging station
  • A TV in the lobby, a foosball table, and concierge services
  • Guest reviews say great things the family-friendly amenities, helpful staff, and location
Room features
All 143 rooms offer comforts such as laptop-compatible safes and laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as thoughtful touches like air conditioning and smart speakers. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
More amenities include:
  • Heating and ceiling fans
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding and pillowtop mattresses
  • Bathrooms with designer toiletries and hair dryers
  • Furnished balconies or patios, wardrobes/closets, and separate sitting areas

Similar properties

Front of property - evening/night
Evergreen Lodge Yosemite
  • Pool
  • Hot Tub
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, 1,006 reviews
Evergreen Lodge Yosemite

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: USD 10 to 25 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Rush Creek Pool Bar
  • Rush Creek Restaurant
  • Rush Creek Tavern

Things to do

  • 2 hot tubs
  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Books
  • Ecotours
  • Foosball table
  • Full-service spa
  • Games
  • Gym
  • Mountain biking
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • Table tennis
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's books
  • Children's games
  • Fenced pool
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Pool gate
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 3 meeting rooms
  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Hot tub
  • Hot/mineral springs
  • Prenatal massages
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily
  • Sports massages
  • Steam room
  • Swedish massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2016
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Smart speaker

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Guests driving to the property should contact this property in advance (e.g., directions)
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Guests driving to the property should be aware of seasonal road closures. Hwy 120 (Tioga Pass) closes October through late June, restricting east-to-west travel across the park. Yosemite's eastern gate and Tuolumne Meadows are not accessible when Tioga Pass is closed. Guests are advised to check local weather and road conditions/closures with the California Department of Transportation before travel.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 10 to 25 per person
  • Administrative fee: USD 1 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

Rush Creek Lodge Groveland
Rush Creek Lodge Yosemite Groveland
Rush Creek Groveland
Rush Creek Yosemite Groveland
Rush Creek Lodge at Yosemite
Rush Creek And Spa At Yosemite
Rush Creek Lodge and Spa at Yosemite Hotel
Rush Creek Lodge and Spa at Yosemite Groveland
Rush Creek Lodge and Spa at Yosemite Hotel Groveland

Frequently asked questions

Does Rush Creek Lodge and Spa at Yosemite have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Rush Creek Lodge and Spa at Yosemite pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Rush Creek Lodge and Spa at Yosemite?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Rush Creek Lodge and Spa at Yosemite?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Rush Creek Lodge and Spa at Yosemite located?

This family-friendly Groveland hotel is located in the mountains, 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from Yosemite Big Oak Flat Entrance, and within 20 mi (32 km) of Yosemite Valley and Hetch Hetchy Reservoir. Wapama Falls at Hetch Hetchy and Bridalveil Fall are also within 25 mi (40 km).

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Reviews

Rush Creek Lodge and Spa at Yosemite Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

9.6

Amenities

9.4

Staff & service

9.4

Eco-friendliness

9.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 789 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 148 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 44 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 13 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 13 out of 1007 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful, clean, quiet, friendly, convenient to Yosemite.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marcela

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great, especially the spa!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Iryna

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place - highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location of the hotel is outstanding, with beautiful views of the mountains and gorgeous sunsets; and the staff is extremely friendly and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Listening to the creek go past our room was so peaceful. Such a beautiful stay.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chloe Louise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was an amazing stay! The lodge is beautiful and there is so much to do. Also close to drive to Yosemite.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Planning a return visit ASAP
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cal

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location and friendly staff! Lots of options to do at hotel and around the areas
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely room… beautiful grounds !
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was perfect! From our room, listening to the creek fo by our room(so peaceful) to the friendly staff. We cannot wait to come back!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Randolph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent Lodge, top notch tavern, bar and pool area
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hugh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel near the Park!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the resort! Excellent food and meal options, whether at the restaurant or in the general store. Room overlooking the pool was ideal and surprisingly quiet. We’d highly recommend Rush Creek!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laurie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

N

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice property with good facilities.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

MARIO

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good food, Good amenities, very nice lodge!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our stay at Rush Creek Lodge was wonderful! Staff was friendly and helpful. Food at the restaurant was superb. The lodge is only about a mile from the entrance to Yosemite National Park. A beautiful, serene place to stay while visiting the area!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kakoli

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautifully maintained . We stayed one night but like to recommend to my friends and familu
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Augie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place is very conveniently located a few miles from the west side Yosemite entrance. It is also very close to the road for easy entering and parking.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Perfect Family Vacation, if you have kids this is the place to stay at, endless fun and great service!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A great place to stay with kids--so many things for them to do. And, of course, the close proximity to Yosemite is another huge plus.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice property with friendly staff…family friendly, especially for families with little kiddos. Very close to the park.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shahrzad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Saikat

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leigh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Attentive staff constantly available all through property.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

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